Season 2

Episodes

1. 1

   1. Episode #2.1

   12 Apr 2002

   The first in a new series of this legal drama set in a magistrates' court. A mother and daughter are both on trial and must decide who takes the blame. Defence solicitor Des Davies can't resist being mean to a new rival.

2. 2

   2. Episode #2.2

   19 Apr 2002

   When two desperate parents fight to get their children out of the care of social services, the magistrates must make a tough and heartbreaking decision. Katharine faces a crisis in her personal life

3. 3

   3. Episode #2.3

   26 Apr 2002

   When a defendant arrives drunk and disorderly for his trial, proceedings dissolve into chaos. Meanwhile, a loyal grandmother tries every trick in the book to win her grandson bail.

4. 4

   4. Episode #2.4

   3 May 2002

   A married man's one night stand leads to bitterness and recrimination in and out of the courtroom. Prosecutor Cheryl Cates' stressful day brings her closer to one of her colleagues.

5. 5

   5. Episode #2.5

   10 May 2002

   Hugh faces a stark choice between his career and his personal loyalty to a defendant. Des has something to celebrate.

6. 6

   6. Episode #2.6

   17 May 2002

   A father faces every parent's nightmare when his teenage son appears in court. Des is on a high in his personal life, but could get out of this depth when he decides to take on a hardened criminal as a client.

7. 7

   7. Episode #2.7

   24 May 2002

   Ranjit realizes a client has become over-attached, and Des is compromised by his involvement with a criminal family. Work threatens to damage their personal lives.

8. 8

   8. Episode #2.8

   31 May 2002

   The magistrates' are eagerly anticipating the ballot to decide the chair of Penbridge Magistrates' court. The friendship of rival candidates Val and Peter faces its greatest test.

9. 9

   9. Episode #2.9

   7 Jun 2002

   The press descend on the court for the sentencing of a teacher who had a relationship with a pupil. Meanwhile Des and Cheryl reach crisis point.

10. 10

    10. Episode #2.10

    14 Jun 2002

    When his client frames an innocent man, Des is not only compromised, but in great danger.